Carl Linnaeus

Biology Swedish 1707 – 1778 349 quotes

Father of modern taxonomy and binomial nomenclature

Quotes by Carl Linnaeus

Man is the masterpiece of creation.

General observation

The purpose of science is to glorify God.

Religious conviction

The most beautiful flower is the one that is most useful.

General observation

All things are connected.

General observation

The study of nature is the study of the works of God.

Religious conviction

The greatest joy is to be able to give joy to others.

Personal reflection

The true botanist is a lover of nature.

Philosophia Botanica

The earth is a garden, and we are its gardeners.

General observation

The more I see, the more I am convinced that the world is a work of art.

Personal reflection

The most important thing is to be useful.

Personal reflection

The study of nature is a noble pursuit.

General observation

The true scientist is a humble man.

General observation

The greatest discovery is to discover oneself.

Personal reflection

The world is full of wonders.

General observation

The most beautiful thing in the world is a flower.

Personal reflection

The true botanist is a patient man.

Philosophia Botanica

The greatest wealth is health.

General observation

The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don't know.

Personal reflection

The true scientist is a curious man.

General observation

The world is a stage, and we are all actors.

General observation